Penn Sargus II Spinning 2500X vs Shimano Spheros SW SPC3000HGSWX

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Penn Sargus II Spinning, 2500, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 1321597
Penn Sargus II Spinning
Spinning
2500x
64.80 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.05 out of 10
Gear ratio5.5:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight284g / 10.02oz
Line retireve per crank76 centimeter / 29.92 inch
Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

  • BrandPENN
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €71.20
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/235
Shimano Spheros SW, SPC3000HGSW, Saltwater fishing reel , front drag, SPC3000HGSW
Shimano Spheros SW
Seafishing
40.20 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability7 out of 10
Ergonomics6.03 out of 10
Gear ratio6.0:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight260g / 9.17oz
Line retireve per crank88 centimeter / 34.65 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €96.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel sizeSPC3000HGSW
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/210

Conclusion

Penn Sargus II Spinning 2500X clearly outshines Shimano Spheros SW SPC3000HGSWX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (5.5:1) and maximum drag (12kg / 26,46lbs). While Shimano Spheros SW SPC3000HGSWX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Penn Sargus II Spinning 2500X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Penn Sargus II Spinning and Shimano Spheros SW?

Penn Sargus II Spinning 2500X

  • The reel brings in line quickly with its 8.6 out of 10 (5.5:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
  • With a great drag score 10 out of 10 (12kg / 26,46lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt

Shimano Spheros SW SPC3000HGSWX

  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.